40th anniversary celebration of ‘beat street’ (6:00-9:00 PM)
PRESENTED BY
106 minutes / Harry Belafonte and David V. Picker / US
With dreams of breaking out of their South Bronx existence, an erstwhile DJ, breakdancer, and graffiti artist see a ray of hope when local composer and choreographer takes an interest in their talent. But these friends will find that dreams are hard won in the epicenter of New York’s hip-hop and breakdancing culture.
Celebrating the influence and legacy of the 1984 classic directed by Harry Belafonte and David V. Picker, Beat Street is revered for introducing hip-hop, breakdancing and urban style to a generation of young people across America. The sounds, dancing, art and fashion in this film broke down barriers and invited everyone, no matter their race our background, to participate in this new movement that celebrated and honored the culture from which it emanated.
This very special screening of Beat Street presented by Lee will include a panel conversation following the film with musicians Melle Mel & Scorpio from Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, Jon Chardiet who plays "Ramon" in the film, and visionary breakdancer and filmmaker Tony Wave as well as critics of music, art and fashion who will help break down how Beat Street had such a profound impact in the 1980’s that still resonates today.
Schedule is subject to change
FIT / KATIE MURPHY AMPHITHEATER
FIT can be reached by subway: 1, A, C, E, F, R, or W, and the M on weekdays only. Take the 1, R, or W to the 28th Street Station. Take the A, C, E, F, or M to the 23rd Street Station.
Located at Seventh Avenue and 27th Street, New York City